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A Christian camp is challenging a Colorado law that forces them to adopt gender ideology. The Supreme Court refuses to hear the case of a Massachusetts student who was sent home for wearing a t-shirt with a traditional message. And what should you watch and what should you avoid? Recommendations Fidelity Month Sara Groves Art House North Segment 1 - Christian Camp Sues Colorado ADF: Camp IdRaHaJe Association v. Roy ADF: XX-XY Athletics sues Colorado for violating right to speak truth that men and women are different ADF: US Supreme Court declines to hear ‘There are only two genders' T-shirt case ADF: School Settles Lawsuit After Forcing Third-Grader to Remove ‘Jesus Loves Me' Mask Segment 2 - Boundaries in Entertainment Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business Segment 3 - Recommendations Fidelity Month Sara Groves Art House North Submit a question to Breakpoint here! __________ Help the Church be the Church by giving before June 30 at colsoncenter.org/may. Attend a Colson Fellows Informational Webinar at colsonfellows.org/webinar.
A young Israeli couple are murdered in Washington D.C. The Council of Nicaea was 1700 years ago but is just as relevant today. And is AI capable of ending humanity? Recommendations Ozempic's gnostic temptations by Maria Baer Register for the Great Lakes Symposium: Truth, Love, and Humor! Segment 1 - News of the Week AP: Court papers say suspect in embassy killings declared, ‘I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza' FOX: Pope Leo says family based on ‘union between a man and a woman,' defends dignity of unborn WORLD: Women's college gives transgender Biden official a degree Register for the Great Lakes Symposium: Truth, Love, and Humor! Segment 2 - 1700th Anniversary of Council of Nicaea Lifeway Research: American Views on Who Jesus Was and Why He Came Segment 3 - Worldview Implications of AI NYT: An Interview With the Herald of the Apocalypse Breakpoint: Lying Robots on the Internet Breakpoint Forum: The Perils and Promise of Artificial Intelligence Segment 4 - Listener Questions Submit a question to Breakpoint here! Breakpoint: Trust the Science on Life __________ Help the Church be the Church by giving before June 30 at colsoncenter.org/June. Join the Colson Center as a Cornerstone partner at colsoncenter.org/monthly.
Another study finds the abortion pill is causing more harm than the drug companies claim. News reports are finding a rise in spirituality in America; we'll look closely at that claim. And we take questions and comments from listeners. Recommendations Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City by Katy Faust Strong Women: Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City With Katy Faust The World and Everything in It: April 16, 2025 Segment 1 - News of the Week EPPC: New Study of Abortion Pill Reveals Startling Failure Rate What Would You Say?: Is the abortion pill as safe as Tylenol? ADF: Colorado court fully protects Christian academy's ability to receive funding for preschool Breakpoint: A Win for Dr. Allan Josephson, ADF, and for Children Segment 2 - A Return to Spirituality? PEW: Decline of Christianity in the U.S. Has Slowed, May Have Leveled Off Ryan Burge: The Religion of America's Young Adults Institute for Family Studies The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God by Justin Brierly Revering God: How to Marvel at Your Maker by Thaddeus Williams Segment 3 - Refugee Resettlement Culture Friday: Resettling South African refugees Segment 4 - Listener Questions Submit a question to Breakpoint here! Summit Ministries Impact 360 Institute Worldview Academy __________ Help the Church be the Church by giving before June 30 at colsoncenter.org/may. Register for the Rooted Educator Worldview Summit at acsi.org/rooted.
The scientific consensus is that life begins at conception, so what's the problem with banning abortion? Related Resources What Would You Say?: Are Science and Religion Compatible? What Would You Say?: When Does Life Begin? ____________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
Le neocampionesse italiane nei Gruppi Show sono pronte a partire per la Spagna tra pochi giorni per gli europei. Dei 24 atleti del team anche due ragazzi. Ospiti del podcast di BreakPoint Cristian e Giada, che raccontano i 30 anni della fondazione del Cristal e spiegano il motivo della raccolta fondi.
Robert Prevost has been elected Pope Leo XIV. What should we be looking for in the new leader? A new law in Washington calls religious freedom into question in cases of reporting abuse. AI-fueled spiritual fantasies and psychosis are destroying families and lives. John and Maria offer a framework on discerning truth from heresy in different religions and denominations. Recommendations TIME: How Hard is Chess? What Would You Say? Video Series Segment 1 - New Pope Elected and State Shenanigans CNN: May 8, 2025 Leo XIV elected as first American pope CBS News: Feds call child abuse confession law for priests "anti-Catholic" as church vows to excommunicate those who comply WORLD: Maine court removes mother's right to bring child to church Segment 2 - AI-Fueled Psychosis Rolling Stone: People are Losing Loves Ones to AI-Fueled Spiritual Fantasies Breakpoint: Richard Dawkins, a “Cultural Christian” Resources from Sherry Turkle Breakpoint: Leave Loud, Blaming Churches TIME: How Hard is Chess? Segment 3 - Mormonism and Denominational Differences Colorado's fourth Latter-day Saints temple to reflect new mountain home in Colorado Springs Segment 4 - Listener Questions Submit a question to Breakpoint here! 60 Minutes: Egg freezing popularity increasing among young women to preserve their fertility Breakpoint: Messing with Imago Dei __________ Sign up for the FREE video series Why Life? at colsoncenter.org/whylife. Sign up for the Colson Educator Course: Navigating Cancel Culture at colsoneducators.org.
Vansh and Damian are joined by tennis writer Owen Lewis, who helps them break down the Carlos Alcaraz Netflix documentary.Links to Owen's social media and writing:https://bsky.app/profile/owensports.bsky.socialhttps://defector.com/author/owen-lewisFollow us on Spotify or Apple Podcasts as well. Download the TennisONE APP for scores, stats, news, videos, player content, fan contests, and more (https://t1.app.link/Vansh)
Colorado and Oklahoma are two states debating the place of religion in public schools. A new study finds the risks of taking the abortion pill are drastically greater than we've been told. And new research debunks the supposed perils of marrying early. Recommendations IFS: Marry Early And Flourish Together The Austin Institute: The Economics of Sex How to Think Like Socrates by Donald J. Robertson Socrates Meets Jesus by Peter Kreeft The Colson Fellows Program Segment 1 - Public Education and Religion FOX: Colorado parents unload on liberal lawmakers, prompting changes to controversial gender bill Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond Oral Argument Clergy in the Classroom by David Noebel, J.F. Baldwin, and Kevin Bywater Segment 2 - Bombshell Abortion Pill Study The Abortion Pill Harms Women: Insurance Data Reveals One in Ten Patients Experiences a Serious Adverse Event Breakpoint: New Report: The Abortion Pill Harms Women What Would You Say?: Is the ‘Abortion Pill' as Safe as Tylenol? Segment 3 - The Benefits of Marrying Early IFS: Marry Early And Flourish Together The Metropolitan Review: Would You Rather Have Married Young? The Colson Fellows Program Segment 4 - Listener Questions Send in a question for Breakpoint at Breakpoint.org American Association of Pro-life Obstetricians and Gynecologists Christian Dental Association The Center for Bioethics & Human Dignity National Review: HHS Report Exposes the Risks of Gender Experimentation on Children __________ Get access to the FREE course Hope Always: How to Be a Force for Life in a Culture of Suicide at colsoneducators.org. Join the Colson Center as a Cornerstone Monthly Partner at colsoncenter.org/monthly.
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TestTalks | Automation Awesomeness | Helping YOU Succeed with Test Automation
In today's episode, host Joe Colantonio is joined by renowned software testing expert Michael Bolton, who returns to the show after an eight-year hiatus. Join Michael and me at Breakpoint online event: https://testguild.me/breakpoint In part 1 of a two-part series, Michael dives deep into software testing, reflecting on what's changed (and what hasn't!) since their last chat, the impact of emerging technologies like machine learning and AI, and what it really means to "do" software testing in 2025. Michael explores the true essence of testing beyond the buzzwords, challenging the industry's love affair with automation and redefining its role as a tool to augment, rather than replace, human insight. Michael shares insights from his latest travels, collaborative projects, and the exciting new class he's co-developed with James Bach, focusing on smarter, tool-empowered testing practices. Prepare for a candid, thoughtful discussion full of practical advice, personal anecdotes, and a few laughs along the way. This will include live demos, tool recommendations, and real-life stories highlighting the "secret life" of automation many teams overlook. Also, make sure not to miss our next episode next week, in which Michael takes a deeper dive into AI's role in testing. You don't want to miss it - listen up.
Radical gender ideologues, not physicians, lead the medical movement to trans American children. Related Resource Breakpoint Forum: The Real Facts About Gender Ideology __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
Send us a textIn this episode, I dive deep into the essentials of chlorine chemistry—breaking down the roles of Free Chlorine (FC), Combined Chlorine (CC), Total Chlorine (TC), and the all-important concept of Breakpoint Chlorination. Learn how to keep your water crystal clear, safe, and odor-free by mastering the delicate balance that keeps your pool running smoothly. Whether you're a new pool owner or a seasoned pro, this is your guide to smarter, more effective chlorine management.Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA delivers clean, healthy water solutions. https://bit.ly/HASAhttps://www.orendatech.com/The Bottom Feeder Professional Battery Powered Vacuum System. Save $100 with discount Code: DVB100https://bit.ly/THEBOTTOMFEEDERAnd Skimmer, America's #1 pool service software! Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days at:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Thanks for listening and I hope you find the Podcast helpful! For other free resources to further help you:Visit my Website: https://www.swimmingpoollearning.comWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SPLPodcast Site: https://the-pool-guy-podcast-show.onpodium.com/
Why apologetics is important to the skeptical mind. ___________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
IVF practices need far more regulations, not less. ___________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
Christianity is the most accurate account of reality and therefore worthy of our saying so. ___________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
Where's the virtue of truth in the truth-telling industry? Related Resource: What Would You Say?: Identifying Misinformation ____________ Find more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment at Breakpoint.org.
The rise in Bible sales and God talk will hopefully go deeper than seeking “useful” help. What Would You Say?: Is the Bible Still Relevant? ____________ Find more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment at Breakpoint.org.
Episode 363: EARLY Release Winter Superdrop 2025 Secret Lair... Is It Worth It?
In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I talk with Hadley Stern, Chief Commercial Officer at Marinade Finance, about staking on Solana, institutional DeFi adoption, and how Marinade is revolutionizing staking yields. Marinade is Solana's largest staking marketplace, managing over $2B TVL. Unlike other providers, Marinade does not run its own validators—it decentralizes Solana by automatically distributing stake across 100+ validators for maximum yield and network security.
For the sake of human flourishing, it's time to ask where tech is taking us and why. __________ Support the ongoing production of Breakpoint by becoming a monthly partner at colsoncenter.org/monthly.
Another battle won, many more to go in the fight for the preborn. ___________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
Jason “Foxy” Fox embodies resilience forged through two decades of elite military service and a deeply personal battle with mental health. Enlisting in the Royal Marines at 16, he rose through the ranks to join the UK's clandestine Special Boat Service (SBS), where he led high-stakes operations across Iraq, Afghanistan, and other global hotspots for 10 years. From hostage rescues to counter-narcotics missions, Fox operated at the razor's edge of combat, earning expertise in demolitions, jungle survival, and maritime counter-terrorism. Yet beneath the hardened exterior lay a brewing storm – the psychological toll of relentless combat zones and fractured personal relationships culminated in a 2012 medical discharge diagnosed with PTSD. Adrift after leaving the forces, Fox faced what he describes as his “darkest hour”: a collapsing marriage, toxic relationships, and spiralling suicidal thoughts. “I was a mess,” he recalls. “I'd built this identity as an invincible soldier, but admitting I needed help felt like weakness”[9][18]. His turning point came through therapy and organisations like Rock2Recovery, where he learned to reframe vulnerability as strength. This journey inspired his Sunday Times bestselling memoir *Battle Scars*, a raw account of confronting mental health struggles that resonated far beyond military circles. Fox's second act has seen him become a beacon of hope through television and advocacy. As a lead instructor on Channel 4's *SAS: Who Dares Wins* since 2015, he tests civilians and celebrities alike with brutal Special Forces training drills, using the show as a platform to discuss emotional resilience. His investigative series *Inside the Real Narcos* further showcased his ability to thrive under pressure, embedding with drug cartels in Latin America[1][4]. Beyond screens, Fox co-founded BreakPoint, a team-building company applying military strategies to corporate challenges, and delivers keynote speeches on leadership and overcoming adversity. Now a prominent mental health advocate, Fox emphasises that “PTSD isn't just a soldier's struggle – life can traumatise anyone”. Through his 2022 *Life at the Limit* speaking tour and ongoing work, he teaches practical techniques for managing stress: acknowledging fears, creating action plans, and finding purpose through service. From surviving Taliban ambushes to navigating depression's trenches, Fox's story proves that even the toughest battles can be won – not through sheer force, but by embracing vulnerability and supporting others on their journeys. As he puts it: “True strength isn't about being unbreakable. It's about learning how to rebuild when you do”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What does it look like to be biblical and counter-cultural when it comes to walking in unity today? Conversations around race, tolerance, social justice, racial reconciliation, and critical theory can be challenging and confusing, but what does a biblical approach look like? In this podcast, Jonathan Morrow had a conversation with Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager, about their new book Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism.Get a copy of Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism Monique Duson is the President at the Center for Biblical Unity. She has a background in social service and children's ministry. She has worked with a diverse array of under-served communities. She worked as a Missionary to South Africa for over four years, serving children and teachers impacted by drugs, violence, and trauma. She spent two decades advocating for Critical Race Theory (CRT), but through a series of events, she began to clearly see the contradictions of CRT with the historic Christian worldview. Monique is now convinced that CRT is not the best way to achieve racial unity and actively speaks out against the use of CRT within the church. Monique has appeared on shows such as Relatable (with Allie Beth Stuckey), the Alisa Childers podcast, and Breakpoint (with John Stonestreet). Monique has a BA in Sociology from Biola University, and is pursuing an MA in Public Theology at Birmingham Theological Seminary.Krista Bontrager is a fourth-generation Bible teacher. She is an author, podcaster, former university professor and homeschool mom. Krista has a BA in Communications from Biola University, and a MA in Theology, and MA in Bible Exposition from Talbot School of Theology. She has worked for almost three decades in various capacities in theology and apologetics, and is the VP of Educational Programs and Biblical Integrity at the Center for Biblical Unity. She is working on a Doctor of Ministry in Apologetics at Birmingham Theological Seminary.
IVF is numbing society's compassion for fatherless children. Related Resource What Would You Say?: What is IVF, and is it ethical? __________ Support the ongoing production of Breakpoint by becoming a monthly partner at colsoncenter.org/monthly.
Welcome to Corrupt, the podcast about The Shield. In this episode, we discuss episode twelve of season two: Breakpoint. Twitter: @RTOPodcasts, @ThatCoolBlkNerd, @Scarfinger, @RatchetBookClub Become a Patron at http://www.Patreon.com/singlesimulcast Donate to the show at http://www.buymeacoffee.com/sscast
Welcome to Corrupt, the podcast about The Shield. In this episode, we discuss episode twelve of season two: Breakpoint. Twitter: @RTOPodcasts, @ThatCoolBlkNerd, @Scarfinger, @RatchetBookClub Become a Patron at http://www.Patreon.com/singlesimulcast Donate to the show at http://www.buymeacoffee.com/sscast
For the disbelieving youth, remembrance is more important than ever. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
Join Dr. Stephanie as she discusses disability theology and disability ministry with Stephanie O. Hubach, author of Same Lake Different Boat.Questions Stephanie and Stephanie Discuss:What is Disability Ministry and Why Does it Matter?a. How would you define disability ministry?b. Why doesn't your definition of disability ministry even have the word disability in it?c. What is the role of disability ministry in the local church?d. If disability ministry is “central to the life of the church” what do you mean by that?e. How does the presence of people with disabilities in a church change the fabric of congregation life?f. What type of steps need to be taken to help a church that is not disability-friendly to move towards people with disabilities?g. You refer to the biblical concept of “equal concern” in your philosophy of disability ministry. What does that look like in practice?About our Guest:Stephanie Opdahl HubachBiographical InformationStephanie Hubach is a Research Fellow in Disability Ministries and a Visiting Instructor in Educational Ministries in affiliation with Covenant Theological Seminary. From 2007-2016 she served as Mission to North America's Special Needs Ministries Founding Director. Mission toNorth America (MNA) is associated with the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA). Steph currently serves on the Wheaton Center on Faith and Disability advisory board and the board of directors for Key Ministry.She formerly volunteered as a member of the board for The Arc of Lancaster County, chairperson of the Lancaster County Mental Health/Mental Retardation Advisory Board, and president of the board of directors for the Infant Evaluation Program of State College, PA.Steph is the author of Parenting & Disabilities: Abiding in Gods' Presence (P&;R Publishing, 2021), Same Lake, Different Boat: Coming Alongside People Touched by Disability (P&;R Publishing, 2006; Revised and Expanded 2020), director of a Christian Education DVD seriesbased on Same Lake, Different Boat, and author of All Things Possible: Calling Your Church Leadership to Embrace Disability Ministry (Joni and Friends, August 2007).She has been published in ByFaith magazine, Covenant magazine, Focus on the Family magazine, and Breakpoint online magazine. Steph currently writes for Key Ministry's Special Needs Parenting blog, which is for parents of children with special needs, and for the Presbyterian Church in America's enCourage blog. She has been a guest blogger for The Gospel Coalition and the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission and has been interviewed on a wide variety of podcasts.Steph also coordinated a writing team for Christianity Today to provide a Disability Ministry Track in The Ministry Essentials Bible, released in September 2014. Stephanie is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of McDaniel College (formerly Western Maryland College), has an MA in Economics from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, and an MATS from Covenant Theological Seminary.Steph and her husband, Fred, have been married for 41 years. They have two deeply loved sons, Fred and Tim, the younger of whom has Down syndrome. In 2013, the Hubachs were blessed with a wonderful daughter-in-law when Cecelia married Fred, and in 2019, they were thrilled to welcome their first grandchild, Caroline. In 2022, twin grandsons joined the family—Everett and Dietrich. The Hubach family resides in Lancaster County, PA.Stephanie's Book Same Lake Different Boat-Revised Ed. and other resources:https://www.stephaniehubach.com/Dr. Stephanie's Uniquely Us:https://www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/uniquelyus
We are all theologians. The church needs good ones. ___________ Support the ongoing production of Breakpoint by becoming a monthly partner at colsoncenter.org/monthly.
But does God really care who wins the Super Bowl? __________ Find more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment at Breakpoint.org.
Ancient finding may mean Christianity spread wider and faster than once thought. ____________ For more resoruces to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
Chuck Colson on the uniqueness of this day. Related Resources: What Would You Say?: Should Christians Vote? Breakpoint Forum: Should Christians Get Political? ___________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
The freak-out for “rights” is about image bearers at war with themselves. Christians can help. What Would You Say?: I Don't Like Abortion, but Should it be Illegal? __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
Making home ownership a Christian cause. ___________ Find more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment at Breakpoint.org.
The virtual sexual revolution and a new kind of tyranny. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
How intentional laws can value life. What Would You Say?: Assisted Suicide is Compassionate __________ Find more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment at Breakpoint.org.
Is the growing belief in the supernatural an a la carte counterfeit? __________ Register for the 2025 Colson Center National Conference at colsonconference.org. For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
Islamism in the Muslim and Christian world. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
The simple act of speaking up can change a culture. __________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
Even our spare time should glorify God. __________ Find more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment at Breakpoint.org.
How the hymn “Amazing Grace” can set right our hearts for the New Year. ___________ For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, visit Breakpoint.org.
How an often-overlooked detail in the Gospel of Luke reveals the value God places on preborn life. __________ Support the ongoing production of Breakpoint at colsoncenter.org/december.
AI's anti-human rants, and why users should proceed with caution. Related Resource: Breakpoint Forum: The Perils and Promise of Artificial Intelligence ___________ For more resoures on how to live like a Christian in this cultural moment visit Breakpoint.org.
The DEI fad is fading among corporations, two recent commercials for car companies display very divergent worldviews and allowing public school students to leave class for religious instruction is getting pushback in some states. Recommendations Recovery Ministries Try to Help Portland Get Clean: Maria Baer in Portland Attend Advent Lessons and Carols service Segment 1 - Companies Backtracking on DEI Walmart becomes latest — and biggest — company to roll back its DEI policies Walmart Abandons Trans Products For Kids, DEI Policies 1792 Exchange Breakpoint: Six Key Worldview Stories of 2024: The Shifting Ground of “Gender-Affirming Care” CNN panel blows up after commentator argues X is balanced platform: ‘You cannot say that' Segment 2 - Worldviews in Car Commercials Volvo Commercial: Meet the new Volvo EX90 Jaguar Commercial: Copy Nothing Mass advertising campaigns on assisted dying spark anger among MPs The Good Life by Chuck Colson Segment 3 - Release Time in Public Schools LifeWise Academy Public school religious instruction release bill gets support, opposition in Ohio Senate committee WORLD Opinions: The myth of the “secular” classroom Prison Fellowship Clergy in the Classroom by David Noebel __________ Support the ongoing production of Breakpoint by becoming a monthly partner at colsoncenter.org/monthly. Double your gift to the Colson Center before December 31 at colsoncenter.org/november.
A “special instrument sent of God.” __________ Support the ongoing production of Breakpoint by becoming a monthly partner at colsoncenter.org/monthly.
The debate over whether men should be allowed in women's restrooms moves to Capitol Hill, but is corrupted by our confusion over marriage. RFK Jr. has sparked a national conversation about food, which is really a conversation about what it means to be human. Also, how Thanksgiving points us outward and upward in a culture that constantly directs us inward. Recommendations Bonhoeffer Abridged by: Eric Metaxas Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. Segment 1 - Capitol Hill Bathrooms CNN: Republican's effort to block first transgender House member from using women's bathrooms brings campaign issue to the Capitol Breakpoint: Six Key Worldview Stories of 2024: The Shifting Ground of “Gender-Affirming Care” Pascal's Pensées; or, Thoughts on religion Club Q shooting lawsuits claim owner negligence, officials ignored red flag law Segment 2 - The Politics of Food First Things: This is a Dangerous Moment for the U.S. Pro-life Movement The Rest is History podcast Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means Dr. Casey Means on Real Time with Bill Maher 2025 Colson Center National Conference Segment 3 - Thanksgiving Conversations Breakpoint: Make June Fidelity Month Overflowing with Thankfulness by Alistair Begg Chuck Colson on A Crisis of Ethics: Doing the Right Thing __________ Double your gift to the Colson Center before December 31 at colsoncenter.org/november. Support the ongoing production of Breakpoint by becoming a monthly partner at colsoncenter.org/monthly.